Cozumel

Famed for world-class scuba diving, the island of Cozumel is an ideal place to vacation. But, if this is your first time to Cozumel you’re going to want to learn the ropes before you come. What are the best dive spots? What’s the vibe? How fresh is the seafood?

Famed for world-class scuba diving, the island of Cozumel is an ideal place to vacation. But, if this is your first time to Cozumel you’re going to want to learn the ropes before you come. What are the best dive spots? What’s the vibe? How fresh is the seafood?

The General Vibe

Cozumel is a safe city. When you travel to Cozumel the first thing you’ll notice is that people speak English. The people of this great island have worked hard to learn as much English as possible to help travelers. They love to share their culture and island with tourists. It’s a welcoming environment.

The island has a laid back atmosphere too. You’ll never feel pressured to do anything but wear a comfortable bathing suit and head to the beach.

Things to Do

The number one attraction that every diver must hit is the Palancar Reef. The reef is a mile off the southwestern coast and boasts huge coral formations. The Santa Rosa Wall is the next dive spot. The Wall is rich in sea life and hosts vibrant natural colors.

Outside of diving, there are fun sightseeing tours. These tours range from cruises to exploring the wild, and even a buggy cart tour! You won’t find a lack of beaches, bars, or archaeological sites either.

The Foodie Scene

The island of Cozumel is relaxed. Don’t expect to make a reservation and dress is casual. The ingredients are fresh and restaurants feature recently caught seafood. To get some of the best seafood, check out La Perlita. They’re well-known for their lion fish, which comes grilled and with coconut.

If you’re looking for a quick lunch spot, you can’t miss La Bahía del Caribe. While they serve food on waxed tablecloths, don’t let that fool you. They cook some of the best Lobster on the island.

Extra Information

The water in Cozumel isn’t safe to drink, so stick to bottled water.

Even though the island boasts a population of 100,000, it’s still quite small. If you rent a car, the whole island is accessible.

The best time to visit the island is from March to June. You’ll find temperatures in the 90’s during the day and in the 70’s during the night hours. Plus, you will avoid the peak (and most expensive) season between December and February.

Coral has a tendency to break off and wash up on shore. Bring water shoes and avoid painful steps!

Cozumel offers the same 110 V plugs that that U.S. does, so no need to bring an adaptor.

Mosquitoes are most active during the early morning and evening hours. A bit of insect repellant should do the trick to keep them at bay.